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GY52 CUO

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 125,420 miles on the clock, averaging 8,134 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for GY52 CUO

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,420
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,134

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading125,420 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year8,134
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GY52 CUO 50k69k88k106k125k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,420 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,419 miles
Since last MOT+8,286 miles
PASS
Mileage117,133 miles
Since last MOT+7,533 miles
PASS
Mileage109,600 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,588 miles
Since last MOT+12,127 miles
PASS
Mileage97,461 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,459 miles
Since last MOT+4,357 miles
PASS
Mileage93,102 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,085 miles
Since last MOT+6,287 miles
PASS
Mileage86,798 miles
Since last MOT+6,002 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,796 miles
Since last MOT+11,249 miles
PASS
Mileage69,547 miles
Since last MOT+778 miles
PASS
Mileage68,769 miles
Since last MOT+8,984 miles
PASS
Mileage59,785 miles
Since last MOT+10,099 miles
PASS
Mileage49,686 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)

Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).

Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)

Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).

Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)

Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).

Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)

Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY52 CUO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGY — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GY52 CUO

What car is GY52 CUO?

GY52 CUO is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.

What is the mileage of GY52 CUO?

The last recorded mileage for GY52 CUO was 125,420 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GY52 CUO passed its MOT?

GY52 CUO has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2016.

Is GY52 CUO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY52 CUO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GY52 CUO?

GY52 CUO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.